Youth Dance Instructor

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible work schedule

Discounts on child care

Career planning at the Y

Job summary

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA seeks a Youth Dance Instructor with high-level training to lead progressive dance programs, provide support and encouragement, and ensure safety and program quality for all ages. The role emphasizes positive coaching, YMCA values, and a welcoming environment.

You will prepare lessons, enforce safety standards, manage participant behavior, and collaborate with staff and families to deliver engaging experiences and skill development in a nonprofit community setting.

Qualifications

• Some college or equivalent.
• 3-5 years in Dance training.
• Ability to work with and be sensitive to others while always portraying a positive style of coaching.
• Ability to perform activities which require sustained concentration and attention.
• Ability to physically assist (spot) the program participant through skills with a clear understanding of developing the athlete.

Responsibilities

• Conduct YMCA Sports Program instruction in accordance with YMCA program standards.
• Ensure adherence to YMCA progressive or competitive standards and quality.
• Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn the YMCA sports curriculum.
• Encourage and support staff and students to provide an enjoyable YMCA.
• Reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility through example and recognition of participant displays of character.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes before scheduled class session to be prepared with the equipment set up and ready to begin at the scheduled start time.
• Be reliable and inform supervisor of any conflicts at least 24 hours before the work day of any issues or items required.
• Ensure that all participants have exited the facility and that the facility is left clean and orderly.
• Participate as a part of the YMCA staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment.
• Provide excellent service to members and participants.
• Communicate all YMCA rules and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable.
• Manage participant behavior using collaborative approach with supervision and parents.
• Complete timely reports of incidents to the director/supervisor, complaints or compliments of the program.
• Follow detailed schedule provided by the leader/supervisor and have the knowledge and understanding of the Specialized sport skills required to implement the lesson plans
• Follow approved positive support techniques to develop and refine gymnast’s skills.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Sensitivity to others while coaching

Sustained concentration

Physical spotting of participants

Education

Some college or equivalent

3-5 years in Dance training

Job description

The Youth Dance Instructor is expected to have a high degree of knowledge and a high level of formal training in Dance. Provide support and encouragement to assist students in learning the specific progressive or competitive program. Provide appropriate level of officiating for the age and experience of the participants in the progressive or competitive sports program. Ensure safety and cleanliness of the program area and adherence to all YMCA safety standards and rules.

Some rewards for joining our team:

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• Flexible work schedule
• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!

What is needed for this job:

• Some college or equivalent
• 3-5 years in Dance training
• Ability to work with and be sensitive to others while always portraying a positive style of coaching
• Ability to perform activities which require sustained concentration and attention
• Ability to physically assist (spot) the program participant through skills with a clear understanding of developing the athlete

The responsibilities we will trust you with:

• Conduct YMCA Sports Program instruction in accordance with YMCA program standards.
• Ensure adherence to YMCA progressive or competitive standards and quality.
• Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn the YMCA sports curriculum.
• Encourage and support staff and students to provide an enjoyable YMCA.
• Reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility through example and recognition of participant displays of character.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes before scheduled class session to be prepared with the equipment set up and ready to begin at the scheduled start time. Be reliable and inform supervisor of any conflicts at least 24 hours before the work day of any issues or items required.
• Ensure that all participants have exited the facility and that the facility is left clean and orderly.
• Participate as a part of the YMCA staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment.
• Provide excellent service to members and participants.
• Communicate all YMCA rules and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable.
• Manage participant behavior using collaborative approach with supervision and parents.
• Complete timely reports of incidents to the director/supervisor, complaints or compliments of the program.
• Follow detailed schedule provided by the leader/supervisor and have the knowledge and understanding of the Specialized sport skills required to implement the lesson plans
• Follow approved positive support techniques to develop and refine gymnast’s skills.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What you can expect:

• Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations
• Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA
• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger
• Great members to work with every day!